Man dies in A38 motorbike crash near Newton Abbot

A man in his 30s was confirmed dead at the scene. Credit: ITV West Country

A man has died following a crash on his motorbike on the A38 near Chudleigh Knighton.

Police were called to the incident in the early hours of Thursday 25 July.

The A38 was closed in both directions around Chudleigh Knighton throughout the morning rush hour as officers worked on scene.

They expect to remain in the area, with lane closures in place, for the rest of the day.

Part of the A38 was closed in both directions throughout the morning rush hour. Credit: ITV West Country

Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed a man in his 30s died at the scene and his next of kin have been informed.

Anyone who witnessed the incident and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting log 94 of 25 July.